Tagalog (en. Tagalog)
/təˈɡɑːlɒɡ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A language primarily spoken in the Philippines.
Tagalog is one of the official languages of the Philippines.
Ang Tagalog ay isa sa mga opisyal na wika ng Pilipinas.
One of the main languages of Filipinos and used for national communication.
Many people use Tagalog in their daily lives.
Maraming tao ang gumagamit ng Tagalog sa kanilang pang-araw-araw na buhay.
Foreigners need to learn Tagalog to communicate more effectively with Filipinos.
Learning Tagalog can help tourists visiting the country.
Ang pag-aaral ng Tagalog ay makakatulong sa mga turistang bumibisita sa bansa.
Etymology
Derived from the words 'taga' (from) and 'ilog' (river), referring to the people living by the river.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Excuse me!
A way of greeting or announcing oneself when entering a home.
Tao po!
Related Words
Filipino
National language based on Tagalog, expanded with borrowed words from other languages.
Filipino
Language
A system of symbols and sounds used for communication.
Wika
Slang Meanings
Love you so much
I love you so much, it’s like you are my whole world.
Sobrang mahal na mahal kita, parang ikaw na ang buong mundo ko.
Super crush
Wow, I super have a crush on him, he's so handsome!
Grabe, sobrang crush ko siya, ang gwapo niya!
So thrilled
I’m so thrilled with the surprise he did!
Kilig to the bones ako sa ginawa niyang surpresa!
Let’s go have fun!
Let’s go have fun, join us on our date!
Tara na sa saya, sama ka sa date namin!